Generic:Entecavir
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Clinically Equivalent Alternatives
These medicines contain the same active ingredient,and are medically equivalent to Centaurus 0.5mg Tablets.
Uses & Indications
- ✓1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Entecavir tablets are indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with evidence of active viral replication and either evidence of persistent elevations in serum aminotransferases (ALT or AST) or histologically active disease.
- ✓Entecavir tablets are a hepatitis B virus nucleoside analogue reverse transcriptase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in adults and children at least 2 years of age with evidence of active viral replication and either evidence of persistent elevations in serum aminotransferases (ALT or AST) or histologically active disease.
- ✓( 1 ) 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Entecavir tablets are indicated for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B virus infection in adults and pediatric patients 2 years of age and older with evidence of active viral replication and either evidence of persistent elevations in serum aminotransferases (ALT or AST) or histologically active disease.
Side Effects
- ⚠6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: Exacerbations of hepatitis after discontinuation of treatment [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (
- ⚠1) ] . Lactic acidosis and severe hepatomegaly with steatosis [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (
- ⚠3) ] . In adults, the most common adverse reactions (≥3%, all severity grades) are headache, fatigue, dizziness, and nausea. The adverse reactions observed in pediatric patients were consistent with those observed in adults. (
Safety Warnings
- WARNING: SEVERE ACUTE EXACERBATIONS OF HEPATITIS B, PATIENTS CO
- INFECTED WITH HIV AND HBV, AND LACTIC ACIDOSIS AND HEPATOMEGALY Severe acute exacerbations of hepatitis B have been reported in patients who have discontinued anti
Common Questions about
What is used for?
is a medication primarily used to treat conditions associated with its active ingredients. It belongs to the pharmaceutical class of medicines.
What are the side effects of ?
Common side effects of may include 6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in other sections of the labeling: Exacerbations of hepatitis after discontinuation of treatment [see Boxed Warning , Warnings and Precautions (. If you experience severe reactions, consult your doctor immediately.
What is the price of in Pakistan?
The latest price for in Pakistan is Rs. 3622. Prices may vary by pharmacy and location (Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad).